Family Rift Deepens as Tej Pratap Yadav’s Divorce Sparks Political Fallout

The divorce of Tej Pratap Yadav, the elder son of Lalu Prasad Yadav and former chief minister Rabri Devi, has ignited a fresh family feud that reverberates through Bihar’s political landscape. Married to Aishwarya in May 2018, the couple’s union quickly unraveled, leading Yadav to file for separation within months.

In a candid interview on the reality series “Rise and Fall,” Yadav accused Aishwarya of maintaining a secret chat with an ex‑boyfriend, sharing heart emojis and personal details. He claimed to have captured video evidence of the exchanges, which he later submitted to the court.

Yadav described the marriage as an arranged one, forced by family expectations while he served as the state’s health minister. He recounted how his early‑morning religious rituals clashed with Aishwarya’s late‑night socialising, creating a volatile environment that often ended in heated arguments.

The personal dispute quickly turned political. In May 2025, Lalu Prasad Yadav announced Tej Pratap’s expulsion from the Rashtriya Janata Dal, citing a controversial social‑media post that hinted at a twelve‑year relationship with another woman. The senior leader later removed the post, and Tej Pratap alleged that his account had been hacked and the images tampered with.

The ongoing legal battle, coupled with the public airing of private grievances on a streaming platform, has amplified the rift within the Yadav family. Observers note that the episode reflects a broader pattern of personal controversies spilling over into party dynamics, potentially reshaping alliances in Bihar’s political arena.

The viral clip continues to attract attention, illustrating how celebrity, family drama, and political intrigue intersect in contemporary Indian media.